Sort galaxies by their shape, fill in maps for humanitarian organizations, or take part in an online discussion. A series of workshops at Masaryk University will show that almost anyone can contribute to real research — and sometimes all you need is a smartphone.
On 3, 9 and 12 November 2026, the MU Institute of Computer Science is holding a series of hands-on workshops devoted to citizen science.
No long lectures. After a short introduction, participants move between four stations, spending thirty minutes trying out different ways the public can take part in research.
Four projects, four faces of citizen science
In the Galaxy Zoo project, you will classify images of galaxies by their shape and help researchers study how galaxies form and evolve.
With Missing Maps, you will look at places that are still blank on ordinary maps. By mapping them, you can support the work of humanitarian organisations in areas where good map data is essential.
The Deliberix platform shows another face of citizen science: a structured online discussion that makes it possible to identify shared priorities while also revealing where participants disagree.
In the On Dry Land project, you will look at the mapping of features in the agricultural landscape that help retain water. It is not only about natural science data — the project also shows how we manage the land and who decides what it looks like.
Almost all of the projects have one thing in common: you can take part in them even after the workshop ends.
Just come along and try it
The workshops are open to everyone and no prior knowledge is required. All you need to take part is a smartphone.
The workshop on 9 November will be held in English.
Dates and venues
3 November | 13:30–16:00
Faculty of Science MU, Kotlářská, Building 4, Room Z6
9 November | 13:30–16:00
Bohunice University Campus, Kamenice 5, Building B17, Room 432
Workshop in English
12 November | 10:00–12:30
Faculty of Arts MU, Arne Nováka, Building B, Room B2.34
Registration is now open. Come and see what research you can be part of.
| We reserve the right to change the programme. |
From 20 to 22 October 2026, the next edition of Open Science Week will take place, offering three days dedicated to current topics in open science in both Czech and international contexts.
The online webinar series focusing on different aspects of institutional Open Science support continues this autumn.
